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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

New Jersey's Drone Sightings: What's the Truth?

Imagine looking up at the night sky and seeing unexplained flying objects. That's exactly what's been happening in New Jersey. The governor has asked people to relax because the FBI is investigating. They've looked into many reports and found most drones are harmless. Some are even hobbyist drones o

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Combating HIV: Government's Unique Approach

In 2021, the U. S. government headed by President Biden decided to tackle a significant challenge: racism and its impact on HIV. The healthcare department, known as the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), started throwing major funds at programs designed to help. Millions of dollars were

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

Chicago's New School Board: A Fresh Start

In a recent turn of events, Mayor Brandon Johnson has made some new picks for the Chicago Board of Education. The mayor introduced a new leader, Sean Harden, for the 21-member team that will take their seats in January. Among the nine new appointees, three are fresh faces, while the rest include peo

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Dec 17 2024LIFESTYLE

Which Car Mimics Porsche's Luxury for Less?

The question of "Which car is the poor man's Porsche? " might bring up as many opinions as asking who the greatest baseball player of all time is. Online, some automotive fans think it's Porsche's own 914. In fact, a website focused on the 914 has a whole discussion about whether it or even the Karm

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Dec 17 2024CRIME

Everglades Airboat Mishap: Youth Football Team’s Florida Trip Turns Tragic

Last week, a troubling incident unfolded in Florida’s Everglades. Two airboats carrying members of a Bay Area youth football and cheer team, along with their parents, collided during a tour. This event left several people injured, casting a shadow over their trip to the American Youth Football & Che

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Muscle Stiffness Changes: A Close Look

Did you know that even during simple muscle contractions, different parts of the same muscle can behave differently? Researchers recently zoomed in on the rectus femoris, a muscle in our thighs, to see how it responds when we hold a still position. They used a special tool called ultrasound shear wa

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Dec 17 2024SCIENCE

A New Way to Spot Chromium: Using Fungus-Like Nanosensors

Imagine trying to find a tiny needle in a huge haystack. That's what scientists face when looking for certain types of chromium in water. Chromium comes in different forms, like Cr(VI) and Cr(III), and each can be harmful in its own way. So, how do we find them easily? Enter the fungus-like porous C

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Dec 17 2024HEALTH

Storytelling's Power in Boosting Flu Shot Trust: A Healthcare Worker Perspective

When it comes to protecting kids from the flu, there are lots of challenges, especially in urban areas with limited healthcare resources. One fascinating approach to tackling this is using digital storytelling. These are personal experiences shared through video, sound, or text, often resonating dee

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Dec 17 2024CRIME

The Top 10 True Crime Podcasts You Can't Miss in 2024

In the crowded world of true crime podcasts, only a few truly stand out. Let's take a look at the best of the year. Season three of "In the Dark" by The New Yorker takes a deep dive into the 2005 Haditha massacre in Iraq. The host, Madeleine Baran, uses secret recordings and classified documents to

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Dec 17 2024POLITICS

LA Times Owner's Plan: A Bias Meter for Opinions

Patrick Soon-Shiong, owner of the LA Times, has an interesting idea. He wants to introduce a 'bias meter' to the paper. This isn't for news articles, but for opinion pieces and editorials. He plans to use artificial intelligence to create this tool, drawn from his experience in medicine. Soon-Shiong

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